About Marienplatz and the Neues Rathaus

Marienplatz has always been Munich's central square and the most popular tourist spot since the city's foundation. It draws thousands of visitors every day who come to explore the massive Neues Rathaus (New City Hall), The Altes Rathaus (Old Town Hall), The Mariensäule and The Fischbrunnen. The area is popular with visitors for its stores, boutiques, and restaurants. Marienplatz is always vibrant especially during festivals and hosts huge markets and splendid carnivals. The tall tower, which is also a major landmark, rises up 85 meters and offers amazing views of the city. There are many amazing restaurants and shopping places in Marienplatz where you can relax and enjoy a traditional Bavarian lunch or shop for souvenirs.

Must See

Neues Rathaus (New city hall), Altes Rathaus (Old town hall), Mariensäule, Fischbrunnen and Glockenspiel (From March to October).

How to reach

You can reach there by Underground (U-Bahn), Suburban trains (S-Bahn).

The trains are available every 4 minutes and the routes are - S1, S2, S3, S4, S6, S8. Or, take a taxi via Maximilianspl., Oskar-von-Miller-Ring, Altstadtring-Tunnel, and Karl-Scharnagl-Ring to Hildegardstraße. It is 4 km from the city center and the taxi fare many come to 7.5 EUR

Tips

  • From March through October, the famous Glockenspiel takes place in front of the Neues Rathaus. It's one of the city's best-loved traditions that you shouldn't miss.
  • Photography is allowed.
  • No entry fee is required.
  • Ride the elevator to the building's 85-meter tower for a bird's eye view of the city.
  • Eat from the local restaurants and enjoy traditional Bavarian dishes.
  • Smoking is not allowed inside the premises.

Visit Time

Sunday: Open 24 hours
Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours

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Time you can spend

2 hours

 

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Moderate Rain 7.83°C

 

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